Boze Berger
Born: 5/13/1910 in Baltimore, MD, USA
Died: 11/3/1992 in Bethesda, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1932-08-17 | Final Game: 1939-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Louis William Berger
Biography
Boze Berger was a professional baseball player born in 1910, who played the majority of his career from 1932 until 1939. As a position player, he appeared in 343 games during his time in Major League Baseball. Berger was known for his versatility on the field and his ability to contribute offensively, finishing his career with 270 hits and 13 home runs. He recorded a total of 97 RBIs, demonstrating his capacity to drive in runs and support his team in crucial moments. His batting average stood at .236, reflecting the challenges faced by players in the transitional period of the 1930s, where offensive production was often influenced by the era's playing conditions.
Throughout his career, Berger also displayed speed on the base paths, completing 12 stolen bases. His playing style embodied the gritty and determined approach of the time, as he competed in a league that was marked by the Great Depression and the evolving strategies of baseball. Although not a superstar, Berger's contributions to his teams highlighted the importance of role players in the fabric of baseball history, making him a notable figure in the landscape of the sport during his active years. He retired on September 30, 1939, leaving behind a legacy as a reliable contributor in a competitive era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 343 | 1144 | 146 | 270 | 51 | 8 | 13 | 97 | 12 | 94 | 226 | 0.236 | 0.296 | 0.329 | 0.624 | -3509.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | CLE | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1935 | CLE | AL | 124 | 461 | 62 | 119 | 27 | 5 | 5 | 43 | 7 | 34 | 97 | 0.258 | -785.6 |
| 1936 | CLE | AL | 28 | 52 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0.173 | -432.1 |
| 1937 | CHW | AL | 52 | 130 | 19 | 31 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 24 | 0.238 | -80.0 |
| 1938 | CHW | AL | 118 | 470 | 60 | 102 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 43 | 80 | 0.217 | -2211.6 |
| 1939 | BOS | AL | 20 | 30 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 10 | 0 | 59 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 2B | 173 | 0 | 407 | 551 | 46 | 119 |
| 3B | 62 | 0 | 53 | 108 | 13 | 12 |
| SS | 84 | 0 | 163 | 248 | 26 | 60 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | CLE | SS | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1935 | CLE | 1B | 2 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1935 | CLE | 2B | 120 | 0 | 309 | 419 | 27 | 91 |
| 1935 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1935 | CLE | SS | 3 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1936 | CLE | 1B | 8 | 0 | 45 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 1936 | CLE | 2B | 8 | 0 | 12 | 13 | 3 | 5 |
| 1936 | CLE | 3B | 7 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 2 | 2 |
| 1936 | CLE | SS | 2 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| 1937 | CHA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1937 | CHA | 3B | 40 | 0 | 35 | 73 | 8 | 8 |
| 1937 | CHA | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1938 | CHA | 2B | 42 | 0 | 86 | 117 | 15 | 23 |
| 1938 | CHA | 3B | 9 | 0 | 9 | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| 1938 | CHA | SS | 67 | 0 | 144 | 224 | 21 | 55 |
| 1939 | BOS | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1939 | BOS | 3B | 5 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 1939 | BOS | SS | 10 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 10 |
| Second Base | 173 |
| Third Base | 62 |
| Shortstop | 84 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland | College Park | MD | 1929, 1930, 1931, 1932 |